About
The incidence and impact of poor mental health to our teams and communities is at unprecedented levels.
Over 2 in 5 Australians aged 16-85 years (43.7% or 8.6 million people) had experienced a mental disorder at some time in their life.
1 in 5 (21.4% or 4.2 million people) had a 12-month mental disorder.
1 in 6 (16.7%) Australians aged 16-85 years had experienced any suicidal thoughts or behaviours in their life.
The cost to the Australian economy of mental health and suicide is estimated at $15.5b on mental healthcare and related services, with a $42.9b – $69.8b cost to economy of diminished health & wellbeing.
Mental Health services are under-resourced and overscribed, and not all options are suitable or accessible for all people.
The Australian Mental Health Crisis: A system failure in need of treatment, The National Association of Practising Psychiatrists
People need a broader range of options and tools to be proactively prepared for the challenges of life, to build mental fitness. I Am Mentally Fit provides accredited and recognised solutions, including Resilience First Aid and tailored group based or individual coaching.
Drawing on over 20 years in media, advertising and education, I work with companies, community groups and individuals to develop their awareness and understanding about mental health. Using a powerful blend of storytelling and evidence-based theory, I create trust and connection to help equip people with the tools they need to be mentally fit.
Sources: National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing, 2020-21, Australian Bureau of Statistics
Mental Health Productivity Commission Inquiry Report 30 June 2020, Australian Government